beyerdynamic DT 100 Studio Headset - 400 Ohm - Black

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Hiroyuki Sawano – Pretenders (01:18-01:47), a bit more quantity on the DT100 and more textured. Tightness and speed are a bit better on the DT200 so it is cleaner on the DT200 but more fun and natural on the DT100. Go into any top recording studio and the chances are that you'll find not one, but numerous pairs of Beyerdynamic DT100 headphones. DT100s are tough, they're loud and you can replace almost all the parts in the field, but to be honest, they aren't the best sounding headphone on the market. They're fine for musicians monitoring while recording, but less good for making value judgements on a mix. In recent years, Beyerdynamic has extended the DT series considerably, each time bringing about an improvement in sound, and the latest in that illustrious line is the DT770 reviewed here.

Hiroyuki Sawano – Lose (string version) (01:22-01:59), Cello tonality, timbre and texture are much better on the DT100 while details is similar. Violin tonality, details and treble extension are a bit better on the DT200 but better timbre on the DT100. The highs are not sibilant and are very transparent, reaching a shining experience. OH yeah, its sparkly! One of the best neutral sounding IEM in the market! The highs are not shouty nor are they too sharp. Overall, they provide a well-defined clarity towards the highs The layered plastic and metal headband construction attenuate sound vibrations to the earcups and the earpads made up of handmade microfiber offer exceptional comfort for long listening periods and enjoyment.

beyerdynamic DT 100 Headphones, 400 Ohm, Black Overview

Technicalities: Shiro Sagisu – Hundred years war (02:24-02:57), Similar soundstage but details, instrument separation and imaging are better on the DT200. Timbre is better on the DT100. Treble: Linkin Park – Shadow of the Day (03:24-03:42), very similar tonality but a bit cleaner on the DT200.

Mids: Hiroyuki Sawano – OldToday (01:25-01:52), instrument tonality is a bit better on the DT100 but better vocal tonality on the FH3 as well as more forward vocals. But timbre (mids/treble) is actually better on the DT100, although overall sound is cleaner and more detailed on the FH3. In use, these phones are a comfortable, snug fit and offer a useful amount of isolation from outside sound. The headband grips the yokes tightly, so there's no tendency for the size adjustment to slip once the phones are in place. The overall weight is 270g, which though not featherweight, is reasonably low for a quality closed phone. Capable of handling very high SPL Rugged, easy serviceable construction as all parts are replaceable Single-sided, detachable cable Hiroyuki Sawano &Z (02:18-02:57), better tonality, details and clarity on the FH3 but better timbre (mids/treble) on the DT100.Hiroyuki Sawano – Scapegoat (00:57-01:17), better instrument/vocal tonality on the DT100, but cleaner and more detailed on the DT200. Mids: Very natural mids due to the timbre and tonality (especially with the male vocals). But female vocals are a bit too warm while it makes the male vocals are great. Balancing is pretty good but leans a bit towards male vocals. Hiroyuki Sawano – Pretenders (01:18-01:47), speed, tightness and texture are in another league on the FH3 but similar quantity. Lows: Bass is both fun (due to the elevated quantity and very good texture) and clean (good speed and tightness) while it is natural (very good timbre, close to DD timbre, although it does not move as much air as DDs do and does not extend as low either). Very impressive for a BA iem. Best bass in a BA iem that I have currently heard.